TRANSCEND THROUGH SYNERGY

This artwork alludes to Russian invasion of Ukraine. It is an allegory of free and independent Ukrainian people, the rightful owners of their land. The motto of this valiant collective warrior – “I wish for peace” – is a reference to the perennial truth: “If you wish for peace, prepare for war”. Peacefulness includes the ability to stand up for one’s values. To resist the evil, the good should be well-armed. Ukrainians are a peaceful nation, but they never hesitate to defend their freedom. Barbaric Russian bear has found his destiny, subdued by a Ukrainian warrior. Ukrainian national emblem, trident, has become a seal of the agressor’s fate.

Allegory of a creative leader, agile and resourceful personality who holds the keys to human minds and hearts. Wherever this Renaissance man goes, he nurtures creative endeavours and innovations. “Art will open the ways” is the leading motto of his life.

Allegory of a risky player willing to take his chances – and win. Temptations, while pernicious for the most, are source of energy for the chosen. Many are those who reach perfection through complete abstinence, but only the chosen one, having entered an exciting and dangerous play with his temptations, does not yield and overcomes them.

The element of Fire is a visible symbol of the one who incessantly creates and incessantly destroys – to create anew. The Universe itself – so teaches ancient wisdom – is ever-living Fire, with measures of it alight, and measures going out to lighten up again.

Creative personality sets the laws in the universe of which he is the Creator. He divides light from darkness; he determines the harmony of all elements – and guards this harmony. Work of creation merits a crown of glory that never passes away: it is born anew with every new deed of the Creator.

This element symbolizes that one person who is support for all. The Earth is the ultimate substrate of existence – whence all cometh, whither all goeth. For the celestial fruit to be born, the roots must reach into nurturing depth.

The one who manages to kill Minotaurus and escape the Labyrith will be able to master all the languages of the world and complete the tower of Babel, reaching for celestial abodes with the pinnacle of his achievement.

Symbol of harmony and prosperity of a couple. The ability to open one’s mind to a different view bears fruits of mutual understanding. Radiance of couple’s love brings about a rainbow, token of hope for the others.

Allegory of a visionary innovator. “Sky is surely open” is the motto that gives him courage and inspiration. Herald of things new, he brings hope to the others. He is the one who often bears the burden of responsibility, but he is also the one who feels the joy of flying to the fullest.

Allegory of a faithful minister whose life’s vocation is service and commitment. Every sacrifice brought for the sake of others resonates with the greatest story in the history of mankind: the story of sweat and blood that turned into elixir of hope for the thirsting millions. “I came to minister” is the creed of the one who brings this hope about.

Allegory of a gallant and virtuous warrior, whose crest bears the motto: “To protect the rights”. Defending the truth and defeating the evil – both material and spiritual – is his mission. He knows who his ally is, he knows whom he protects, and he knows what he is fighting for.

The one who brings light, brings life. Having grasped the essence of true supercelestial existence, eternally immutable and impeccable, he directs the chariot of his soul to bring the life-giving truth to the others.

The seventh day of creation is the day of rest and relishing the created. Nothing endangers impeccably tuned harmony. The Sun of glory is always in apex in this perfect universe.

Allegory of a forceful leader inspired by the figure of king Leo I, the first Eastern Slavic ruler to pursue a West-oriented political and cultural course, which raised his kingdom to the height of its power. The virtues of a leader – power and wisdom – are expressed in his motto: “With a mighty hand will I rule”.

True athlete has both laurels and thorns in his crown. To gain it, he must strain his abilities to the limit while holding onto both the sword of courage and the lily of virtue.

Magus is a bearer of arcane knowledge. He is entitled to visit the realm of pure ideas, that is, the abode of gods. He is endowed with the power to tap the wisdom of the past while shaping the foretype of the future.

This Muse dispels everyday boredom with poetry. When in harmony with her instrument, even silence becomes a melody, even urban noise assumes rhythm of a song.

An outstanding personality is a parable in and of itself. The right key is required to unlock the parable’s meaning. The parable-like personality is able to unlock their secret history. With the turn of the key, they arrange the very celestial bodies to anticipate their success. They remove the shadow that blocks the Sun to let it illuminate their victorious path.

He whom this element symbolizes is in incessant movement and brings into motion everything around him. His are all parts of the world: the wind bloweth where it listeth. He determines the course and inspires those striving to reach its destination.

Ascetic visionary is able to resign the values of the crowd and rise to the heights of impeccably verified truth. Only at this height of self-denial is it possible to catch the right wind for the takeoff and to gain the victory invisible for the most.

This is the sound of the first string, tuned to the eternal tone. This is the base note of primordial harmony, symbol of return to mystical unity of male and female, of rationality and emotions. When united, these seemingly opposing forces create the power that only Titans of olden times possessed. The power that made them rival to Gods. The power of true love, when a man and a woman complement each other, restoring themselves to their pristine divine nature.

This element symbolizes a personality who offers an incessant stream of nurturing and refreshment to the others. Water is love: it fills the others but is not depleted. Water is the source of life: it is always new and always the same, a perpetual gift of vivification and renewal.

Allegory of a skillful negotiator. “I bring prosperity through accord” is her motto. Her spirit of cooperation and reconciliation tames even the most untamed ‘unicorns’. Through symbolic death of their sinful past, former rampant beasts gain the crown of merit. Their vibrant energy is now directed by the Huntress to serve glorious, not pernicious deeds.

Allegory of an ardent defender of justice. Equity and integrity are his cardinal virtues; “I shell put on righteousness” is his life’s motto. Michael the Taxiarch is the heavenly patron of Kyiv, capital city of Ukraine – all those who stand up against injustice and defend the rights of the underprivileged. Spiritually present in the toughest moments of Ukraine's history.

Allegory of an incessant seeker, blessed with insightfulness and persistence. Is there a more authentic knightly endeavour than mind’s journey in the pursuit of truth? When on this quest, to suffer a fall is no less glorious than to soar into the sky. Striving for the mystical heavenly Rose is a merit in and of itself, even if the only trophy gained is it’s bare name.

The one who has harmony for his sail always knows his way and his destination. Waves do not shake the ship on this piligrimage as the sailsman enchants them with his song; former threat becomes driving force of the joyful journey.

Allegory of a virtuous personality able to take the weight of the world upon his shoulders. He is a persistent achiever, as though proclaiming with his deeds: “My burden is light”. He takes up the challenges insurmountable for plain mortals.

Allegory of an inventive genius. His motto, “Art gives freedom”, encourages him to see what is invisible for the others, to boldly combine things seemingly incompatible. By tapping into the wisdom of the bygone ages, he gains inspiration for today’s achievements.

Allegory of an outstanding, self-made personality able to harness their indomitable urgers, that is, their inner centaurus. This personality uses their elemental energy to fuel a rationally controlled takeoff; on the other hand, even when soaring in the heights of rational contemplation, they never fail, if need be, to remind of their chthonic temper.

Allegory of a noble achiever. His lion-like resilience and winged endeavour remove all obstacles on his way to glorious accomplishments. “Virtue makes complete” is his answer to whatever challenge he may face.

Allegory of a prudent and reliable promotor of any undertaking. “Fitly I arrange” is the motto of this wise arbiter, who uses his personal charisma to resolve differences and to transform them into creative energy aimed at achieving a common goal.